We are in the process of recovering--both physically and emotionally--from our recent loss. As the moments pass by, our perspective gets clearer. We are at peace about where we are, and we even see some of the ways God is working through this situation. The fact that we were able to conceive naturally gives us hope that it could happen again, like the Lord whispering, "Don't give up." At the same time, our loss is a confirmation that He has great plans for our family's journey to adoption.
Wonderful news! We just received word that we will be moving into Bethany's active adoption program next week! With this change comes great excitement; we could be matched with a birth parent and meet our child at any time. Our new status also comes with additional requirements and the need for expedited planning. And because we were not expecting things to go this quickly, we also find ourselves with a greater financial need than anticipated.
Although we need to get busy, we are confident that everything will come together in God's perfect timing. We have already implemented additional streams of income (eBay selling and my new role as a parenting consultant). Now we must begin raising funds. We are are looking for effective fundraising ideas, and we'd love your input. Please pray that we will be ready (home, supplies, finances, documentation, travel) when the big moment arrives.
We appreciate your faithful prayers and continued support. We are especially thankful to our small group for a thoughtful gift card and to the Memmelaar, Snodgrass and Bauer families for delicious meals. We are so blessed!
Hope does not necessarily take the form of excessive confidence; rather, it involves the simple willingness to take the next step. ~Stanley Hauerwas
Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to an all-knowing God. ~Corrie Ten Boom
Blessings, Ramona
4 comments:
Thank you Ramona for your quote from "Corrie Ten Boone." I needed that. Glad God continues to use you! Thanks!
I continue to pray God's will be done and his patience will surrond you and Wade. You are loved!
April
Trying to understand your need for finance without being rude. In your most recent post you mention your statistics. One being-
Dollars invested: a mind blowing number
My question is how come you are asking for financial assistance for adoption when you were able to have the funds for IVF? Sorry for the insensitivity. Just trying to understand.
Good question above.
We were blessed to have financial support specifically allocated for fertility treatments. Unfortunately, the medical interventions exhausted our personal resources and did not expand our family (on earth, at least).
While many losses have resulted from our struggle with infertility, we also gained great wisdom, compassion and strength. God used our situation for the good of His kingdom, while also preparing our hearts for adoption. For that, we are grateful and blessed.
“‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’” Jeremiah 29:11
God will provide financially for you since you believe this is his will for you! Keep that prayer and faith that His plan will come to pass in all areas of adoption. Depend on only him to deliver all you need spiritually and financially.
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